Where does Sacramento Get Its Water? (And How You Can Conserve It)

It’s easy to switch on your tap and expect water to start flowing without really considering how it gets there. In the hustle and bustle of everyday life, most people simply don’t stop to think about the process that brings water to their homes, but knowing where your water comes from is the first step in considering how to conserve it. Here is a look at where the water that flows through your Sacramento plumbing comes from and some advice for conserving it in the future.

River City Water

Sacramento’s nickname of River City gives you a clue as to where the city’s water comes from. Nearly all of the city’s water supply comes from the surrounding rivers and waterways, including the American, Sacramento, Cosumnes, lower Mokelumne, and Yuba Rivers. Some of the water supply also comes from groundwater.

The American and Sacramento Rivers are the two biggest contributors to water in the city. Each of these rivers has an intake structure that feeds water in a treatment plant. On the American River, the water feeds into the E.A Fairbanks Treatment Plant, and on the Sacramento River, it flows into the Sacramento River Water Treatment Plant. Within each plant, the water goes through a treatment process before it flows into reservoirs to be distributed as needed to homes throughout the city.

Water Conservation

There are many things you can do to reduce the amount of water you use in your home. If you have any leaky drains, call your plumber to have them repaired right away. Even small drips can use a huge amount of water that could be saved with an easy plumbing fix. Don’t run the tap while you brush your teeth or wash dishes, and make sure you run full loads when using your dishwasher and washing machine. Installing low-flow taps and toilets can also make a significant difference.

At Ace Plumbing, our plumbing repairs and new system installations improve the efficiency of your plumbing so that you can minimize your water consumption. Schedule a service call with a plumber in Sacramento by calling (916) 455-4548.